In Brevard County, Florida, seniors are increasingly becoming addicted to opiods and othe prescrption painkillers. 

In this episode of The Great American Senior Show,  Brevard County Sherif Wayne Ivey explores the situation with host Sam Yates and offers advice and tips to keep seniors  safe.

We also hear a heart tugging tale of a non-senior.  A mom thanks Sheriff Ivey for placing her son in jail. The reason she thanks the Sheriff may bring tears to your eyes. 

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The Great American Senior Show podcast is produced by Yates & Associates, Public Relations & Marketing. This podcast is part of the network of podcasts streaming under the umbrella of the Pod National News Network. For more information about Yates & Associates or the Pod National News Network, contact Sam Yates at (772) 528-5185 or Sam@Yatespro.com. Sponsorship opportunities are available. The Great American Senior Show is ranked 3rd Best in Senior Podcasts to Follow for 2023 in all podcasts for seniors in a comprehensive survey by feedspot.
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Yates & Associates is a full-service Public Relations and Marketing company serving select clients throughout the United States and abroad. For more information visit www.YatesPRO.com .

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Sam Yates CEO, The Great American Senior Show

Sam Yates, President, Yates & Associates, Public Relations & Marketing is the Host and Founder of The Great American Senior Show podcast. Heard throughout the USA and 31 countries, The Great American Senior Show is one of the most sought out podcasts for boomers and those who provide services to the boom generation. Yates, a seasoned broadcast journalist, also hosts The Florida Business Forum, Florida's Number One Rated Business Forum Podcast. Yates is also the owner of America's Best Podcast Agency which focuses on podcast training and guest placements.